Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic School

Beaver, PA

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Music Education Opportunities at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic School

"We must have music. It is good for our souls. It reminds us of the beauty of God's world...Music is one of the best ways to pray." - Pope St. John Paul II
- Music education supports student well-being and achievement!
  
  Students at Sts. Peter & Paul have access to a variety of supplemental music education opportunities. Music has long been recognized as a profound form of worship in our Catholic tradition and is an integral part of our liturgy. It is no surprise, then, that music education has been shown to support increased confidence, improved creativity, and improved language development and memory.
  All students in grades Pre-K through eighth grade participate in regular music education. In addition, a variety of supplemental activities are available for our students. Students receive supplemental music lessons during the school day. These include:
  
  Cantors: Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic School has a robust Cantor program open to students in grades four through eight, where students have the privilege of leading us in music during mass. Two students serve as the song leaders at the microphone during each school mass, and the remaining student cantors serve as the “Choir.”
  
  Choir: The newly formed SSPP Chorus was created to give students in grades four through eight an opportunity to sing as part of an ensemble. In addition to learning new music for Concert Performances and for Friday school masses, students work on learning good vocal technique, proper breathing, expressive singing, cooperative performance, listening and aural skills, basic music reading skills, and overall musicianship. There are two concert performances throughout the year.
  
  Performance Band: Students in grades four through eight have the option of joining the performance band. Instruments are available for rent or purchase, and weekly practices are scheduled during the school day. Students learn the basics of music reading and become proficient in their chosen instrument. The performance band holds two concerts per school year, and the principal has been known to join the band's performances! Additionally, students in grades six through eight may audition for the South Regional Catholic Elementary Schools Honors Band, joining the best performers in Catholic education across the region for a concert.
  
  Violin and Guitar Instruction: Instrumental music instruction is available to our youngest learners at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic School. Students in grades Kindergarten through eight may sign up for violin and/or guitar instruction. Students learn the basics of music reading, as well as developing a proficiency in their chosen stringed instrument(s). Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic School has a number of violins and guitars available for student use. Guitar students have been known to provide impromptu performances at recess, lunch, and school events, bringing a joyful noise across the school!